| Baekdu Daegan Trail: Hiking Korea's Mountain Spine Contributor(s): Shepherd, Roger (Author), Douch, Andrew (Author) |
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ISBN: 8991913679 ISBN-13: 9788991913677 Publisher: Seoul Selection USA, Inc. OUR PRICE: $35.10 Product Type: Paperback Published: September 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Travel | Asia - Far East |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 5.9" W x 7.9" (1.65 lbs) 446 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Baekdu-daegan chain of mountains forms the backbone of the Korean Peninsula. It has always occupied a very special place in the hearts of Koreans. More than just a series of rocky ranges, it is the source of the life and dynamic energy of the Korean people and shelters many of their cultural and historical treasures. The long-distance Baekdu-daegan hiking trail provides a great opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts living in Korea and abroad to hike their way through a 735-kilometer geographical repository of culture and history that continuously yields new discoveries and experiences in what is a still largely unexplored part of a busy peninsula. This guide will get you packed up and ready to hit the road.- Comprehensive and detailed trek-by-trek descriptions of the Baekdu-daegan trail- Helpful tips to get you ready and confident for hiking- Detailed maps and transport information- Cultural and historical background information- Water source coordinates along the trail for GPS users |